de la Torre Family papers, 1874-1994, (bulk 1910-1940).

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de la Torre Family, 1874-1994. de la Torre Family papers, 1874-1994, (bulk 1910-1940).

de la Torre Family papers, 1874-1994, (bulk 1910-1940).

http://www.worldcat.org/oclc/640204872

Papers, 1874-1994 (bulk 1910-1940). This collection contains the papers of the de la Torre family documenting their involvement in the Cristero Movement and their move from Central Mexico to Sonora including Nogales. The bulk of the collection consists of printed materials and photographs. The printed materials highlight the progress of the Movement and include religious and political pamphlets, newsletters, newsclippings, and statements. The majority of photographs relate to the de la Torre family and friends. Some materials relate to Cristero political organizations such as Asociacion Catolica de la Juventud Mexicana (ACJM) and the Liga Nacional Defensora de la Libertad (LNDL) including a financial ledger and administrative documents. Other unique materials include a combat log, personal accounts, and political cartoons. Also included are the personal papers and correspondence of the de la Torre family. The majority of the material is in Spanish. This collection also contains over 280 books that can be found in the University of Arizona Library catalog under the title Cristero Movement Collection.

11.50 linear ft.

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